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Revive Your Skincare Regime This Spring!

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Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center is looking forward to the upcoming warmer weather and the chance to pull out the shorts and t-shirts.  As the seasons and our wardrobes change, we recommend patients also update their skincare routine to keep their skin looking and feeling healthy.  At Laser Lights, we offer a variety of professional skincare products including our private Laser Lights label and NIA24® to meet all of your skincare needs.sun protection

For spring and summer, lighter products can help minimize blocked pores and oiliness caused by sweating and heavy creams. Our advanced protection SPF 30 is a light lotion that provides UVA and UVB protection for all skin types and is great for everyday use. Remember to purchase new sunscreen each year for optimal protection.  Our anti-puff eye gel is great for individuals looking to calm tired and irritated eyes while helping to reduce puffiness.  We also offer a wide-selection of cleansers and serums to keep your skin clear and polished.

Our skincare products also complement and enhance cosmetic laser results. Treatments such as Fractional CO2 laser and Erbium laser resurfacing can reduce deep facial wrinkles, age spots and acne scarring on the face.  Our peptide lotion can help keep skin smooth after treatment by promoting collagen renewal.  It’s also important to take care of your skin after laser treatments as the skin is new and sensitive, our selection of moisturizers and sunscreens can help hydrate and protect your delicate skin.

Niacin-powered, NIA 24® skincare products can also be purchased at Laser Lights. Some great springtime products include sun damage prevention and repair lotions to help improve the appearance of age spots and discoloration caused by sun exposure. Whether your skin is dry, oily or combination, our experienced staff can help you find the best skincare products for your unique needs.

If you would like to schedule a skin analysis consultation, please call our office today. Be sure to connect with Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for the latest cosmetic laser specials and news.

Anti Puff Eye Gel available at Laser Lights

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Known for our laser services and cosmetic skin treatments, our patients sometimes forget about Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center’s private label and NIA 24 skin care products. These products are designed to help our patients keep their skin healthy from home.

Our Anti Puff Eye Gel is one of our favorite products. Puffiness or bags under the eyes can cause people to look tired or older than they are. Our soothing Anti Puff Eye Gel is filled with Japanese Green Tea Extract to help reduce puffiness and skin irritation. Containing polyphenols for anti-oxidants and sodium hyaluronate to moisturize the delicate skin around the eyes, this gel is the perfect solution for puffy eyes. It even works for patients with contact lenses.

We also offer services to improve the look of tired or aging eyes. For instance, our newest technology, Viora Reaction™ can successfully tighten loose skin and wrinkles around the eyes. Additionally, we offer Latisse® eyelash treatment and tinting services for lashes and brows to enhance the eyes. Latisse® can help you grow longer, thicker, and darker lashes, and our lash and brow tinting services can add definition to your lashes and brows to make them pop—even without mascara.

Visit our website or contact us today to learn more about our services and skin care products. If you haven’t already, be sure to connect with Laser Lights on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for skin care news and updates.

 

Take Advantage of Southern Plastic Surgery’s Featured Procedure

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Through the end of February, you can take advantage of Southern Plastic Surgery’s featured procedure. Receive a free mini breast lift when you purchase a breast augmentation  with Dr. David Whiteman. See the details below or contact Southern Plastic Surgery to learn more!

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Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center Explains the Science behind Tattoo Removal

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Atlanta Laser Tattoo RemovalAccording to a study performed by the National Institutes of Health, around a quarter of all adults in the United States have at least one tattoo.  Many people wonder why tattoo pigments aren’t absorbed by the body like when you get a shot at the doctor.  While the concept is vaguely similar—using a needle to inject a substance into the body—the tattoo machine was actually designed more like a printer that engraves words into hard surfaces.

A modern tattoo machine pushes a solid needle (as opposed to a hypodermic/hollow needle) up and down through the skin between 50 to 3,000 times a minute. Penetrating the skin approximately a millimeter, the insoluble pigment is injected into the dermis, or second layer of the skin. While the outer layers of the epidermis are constantly shedding, the cells in the dermis are more durable which means the pigment remains permanent.

The aforementioned study also found that, of those with tattoos, up to 50% were dissatisfied with their ink and 17% were considering having them removed.  Among other laser skin treatments, Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center offers laser tattoo removal in Duluth, GA (outside of Atlanta).

Using a specialized tattoo removal laser, our certified and licensed medical staff can help you remove any tattoos that you may regret or no longer want.  The treatment works by targeting laser energy to the specific tattoo pigments. Penetrating the layers of skin, the laser breaks up the permanent ink into particles small enough for the body to easily absorb them. From there, the immune system rids the body of the pigments.

While this process seems easy enough, depending on the size and color of the tattoo (as rated by the Kirby-Desai tattoo removal scale) tattoo removal can take multiple treatments. Some pigments are harder to remove so complete removal isn’t guaranteed, though our treatments can significantly diminish the appearance of unwanted tattoos.

For more information on Atlanta laser tattoo removal or other laser skin treatments, contact our office. You can also stay up to date on the latest Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center news by connecting with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Managing Rosacea in the Winter Months

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Rosacea treatment AtlantaRosacea can be a difficult skin condition to live with. Individualized to each person, rosacea can appear in different ways, and flare ups are caused by different triggers for each individual. Most common in fair-skinned individuals ages 30-50, rosacea appears most often in women (though is usually more severe when it does appear in men).

Winter months can be especially trying on those with rosacea. Individuals with trigger factors related to weather or temperature changes can experience flare-ups during the cooler times. Many people (even those who don’t suffer from rosacea) forget to wear a broad spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen during the winter months. Because the lower temperatures aren’t making us sweat, we often forget how long we’ve been outdoors or think we don’t need sunscreen. This is especially important for individuals with rosacea because sun exposure can be a trigger.

Along the same lines, extreme weather conditions can also cause discomfort in rosacea sufferers. Harsh winds and extreme cold can cause flare-ups. Surprisingly, though, so can being indoors for relief from the cold. While sitting by a roaring fire or soaking in a hot bath may sound comforting, exceedingly warm environments can also increase blood flow to the face causing flushing and other uncomfortable symptoms.

While there is no cure for rosacea, there are treatment options to help reduce the symptoms associated with rosacea including visible veins in the face, acne-like breakouts, persistent redness, and inflammation. Laser treatments at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center include treatments for facial redness and rosacea. Using pulsed dye lasers to target enlarged blood vessels, laser treatment destroys the capillaries allowing the body to absorb them naturally. Laser treatment can resolve issues like the embarrassing flushing and redness associated with rosacea.

For more information on handling rosacea or laser rosacea treatments, contact our office in Duluth, GA (just north of Atlanta).  You can also keep up to date on the latest events and skincare news by connecting with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Southern Plastic Surgery’s Breast Surgery Specials in Best Self

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Dr. David Whiteman was featured in Best Self Atlanta‘s December issue with Southern Plastic Surgery‘s featured special on Mini Breast Lift and Breast Augmentation surgery. Check out the details below and contact Southern Plastic Surgery to take advantage of this great offer.

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Chemical Peels Can Help Skin Glow All Winter Long

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As the warm weather turns cool, our skin conditions change. You may begin to notice that your “healthy” summer glow is fading to reveal patches of irregular pigmentation. Aside from that, your skin is probably turning dry in the colder weather, but don’t let the weather get you down. Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center offers plenty of solutions for treating various skin conditions all year long.  If you keep up with our blog, you already know that procedures like laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, and even laser skin resurfacing are great for these colder months, but we’d like to highlight some of our non-laser treatments that will keep your skin looking great this winter.

Chemical peels are perfect for reducing mild imperfections (like sun damage and melasma), minimizing wrinkles, and restoring collagen production. Our licensed estheticians will perform a pre-skin treatment consultation prior to your peel to help determine which of our chemical peels will produce the results you’re after and complement your skin type. Once we’ve determined the type of chemical peel to perform, one of our experienced, licensed estheticians will apply a chemical solution to the outer layer of skin, which will cause the damaged outer layer of skin to be slowly eliminated over the following days (up to a week of peeling). Downtime is minimal, but we do suggest you use SPF 30 sunscreen prior to being in the sun after having a chemical peel to avoid sun damage and hyperpigmentation to newly rejuvenated skin.

We offer a variety of chemical peels that treat various skin types. People who suffer from acne, mild hyperpigmentation, rough skin and a busy lifestyle might choose our Fruit Acid Peel since it requires no downtime, while those looking to correct fine lines, melasma, or acne scarring may choose the Glycolic or Jessner’s Peel. Other types of chemical peels you’ll find on our menu are our Mandelic Peel, Salicylic Peel, and TCA Peel (Trichloroacetic Acid Peel), but we’d like to specially introduce the newest chemical peel we offer: Vi Peel.

Not only does the Vi Peel minimize sun damage, clear most acne, reduce acne scars and pigmentation problems, and smooth fine lines and wrinkles, but it actually stimulates collagen and elastin production to promote tighter, more youthful skin. With minimal downtime, you can expect the outer layer of skin to peel for up to a week to reveal refreshed, younger-looking skin. If you purchase a Vi Peel from Laser Lights before November 30th, 2011, you will receive one Vi Peel for free, so schedule your treatment today.

Laser Lights offers plenty of other treatments to care for your skin and keep you looking your best like our new Viora Reaction™ skin tightening (face & body), microdermabrasion, hand rejuvenation, and more. Be sure to take a look at our website to learn more about the services we offer. Also connect with us on Facebook and Twitter for updates on skincare news and specials.

Save on Your Favorite Cosmetic Treatments with Our December 2011 Specials

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Do you need a little help with your list this year? Whether you’re looking for yourself or to give a gift to someone else, beauty is always on everyone’s list! December is the perfect time to take advantage of specials on our most popular cosmetic services.

With discounts on laser hair removal and laser spider vein elimination, you can have smooth and beautiful skin in plenty of time for warmer weather next year. We’re also offering FREE Reaction™ skin tightening treatments with the purchase of 3- or 6-treatment packages (see below for more details).

If you’re looking for glowing holiday skin, take advantage of our deals on Fotofacial skin rejuvenation and the newest addition to our services menu, the Vi Peel. If the hustle and bustle of family gatherings and get-togethers with friends has you stressed, look into our massage packages.

We also have gift certificates available so you can give the gift of beauty and relaxation this holiday season. Contact our office for more information or to schedule your holiday treatment today! We’re also on Facebook and Twitter with the latest in beauty and cosmetic laser news, so make certain to follow us to stay up to date!  All offers below expire December 31, 2011.

Laser Skin Resurfacing with CO2 Fractional (Fraxel) Laser Technology Erases Imperfections

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If you came to Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center to have a wart removed from your knee, you might find it strange if we treated your entire leg. The original CO2 lasers used for laser skin resurfacing weren’t fractionated, so instead of targeting specific skin imperfections, the lasers treated the entire face equally. That means, even if you had rosacea and melasma only on your cheeks, your whole face would be treated with the exact same frequency. Luckily, today’s fractionated laser technology can specifically treat skin imperfections without the dreaded line of demarcation between treated and untreated skin.

If you keep up with our blog, you know the importance of quality laser equipment. Since Laser Lights is co-owned by Dr. David Whiteman of Southern Plastic Surgery, we are able to house the highest quality, medical grade lasers. Equally important to laser equipment is a highly trained laser technician as risks associated with laser skin treatments decrease significantly when performed by properly trained technicians. Details such as these are of utmost importance in facial laser treatments as well as procedures like laser tattoo removal and laser hair removal.

So you may be thinking, why CO2 Fraxel? What makes this laser treatment so different? You can get Botox® or Dysport® injected into muscles that cause wrinkles to relax and smooth lines away. You can also be treated with cosmetic injectables like Juvèderm®, Restylane®, and Perlane® to plump areas of lost volume and fill in wrinkles. Treatments like microdermabrasion and chemical peels can help correct conditions like sun damage, uneven pigmentation, and other surface imperfections. Although these are all great treatments for isolated cosmetic issues, CO2 Fraxel is most effective for overall facial rejuvenation, or those patients who exhibit multiple signs of aging like sun damage, skin texture irregularities, and blotchiness. This technology penetrates deeply into the layers of the skin that are untreatable with the softer facial rejuvenation procedures mentioned above to improve the overall surface texture of skin and help new, healthy youthful skin cells reproduce. Not only will you feel a difference in the firmness of your skin shortly after treatment, but once your skin heals (typically about one week after the treatment) you will no longer see fine lines, red spots, brown spots, or other blemishes.

Patients who are searching for a lighter facial laser treatment may be interested in our Erbium laser, which does not penetrate as deeply into the layers of skin as our CO2 fractionated laser. While CO2 fractionated laser treatment can improve many skin conditions, the procedure’s appropriateness will depend on the individual cosmetic needs of the patient. Schedule a consultation to determine which cosmetic skin service will best meet your needs. Be sure to connect with us on Facebook and Twitter for updates on our monthly specials.

Pick to Treat Yourself for a Change with Laser Lights’ October 2011 Specials!

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Don’t forget to take advantage of our October 2011 specials on laser hair removal, laser vein removal, Latisse® for eyelashes, and more.  All offers below expire October 31, 2011.

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Study Proves Effectiveness of Laser Vein Removal

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Laser Lights cosmetic laser centerA new article in the Archives of Dermatology reports that laser vein removal treatment (EVLT) is just as effective as traditional, high ligation vein stripping (surgical removal) for the removal of varicose veins. Of the vein removal patients polled, there were very few differences in the patient satisfaction rates between those treated with vein stripping and those treated with laser vein therapy. One notable difference, however, was that laser vein treatment patients reported a better quality of life post treatment.

While the subject of the study is varicose vein removal and we typically treat smaller spider veins at Laser Lights in Atlanta, the article shows how powerful laser vein elimination is whether it’s used for the treatment of spider or varicose veins. If laser vein treatment can eliminate unwanted varicose veins just as successfully as surgical removal, imagine how well our lasers work to remove the small, web-like spider veins you may be noticing on your face and legs.

The laser vein removal treatments performed at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center are particularly effective in treating spider veins or larger bluish reticular veins on the face or body without any incisions or general anesthesia needed. In fact, most laser spider vein treatment patients can return immediately to their regular routines, there is very little downtime, and the only request made of patients is that they avoid any strenuous workouts for a day or so following treatment. Most of our Atlanta spider vein removal patients require 1-3 treatments (lasting 15-30 minutes each) for complete vein reduction. As with any laser skin treatment, it’s best to discuss expected treatment length and available laser treatment packages with your laser technician during a consultation to ensure you receive the most effective treatment possible for your cosmetic goals.

During the month of October, Laser Lights patients can enjoy one FREE laser spider vein removal treatment when they buy two vein removal treatments. To learn more about Atlanta vein removal and laser treatment special offers, visit the Laser Lights Cosmetic Center website and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter. Be sure to also regularly peruse our blog as we update you on subjects like The Causes and Treatment of Spider Veins and FAQs about Facial Laser Skin Treatment.

Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center Laser Hair Removal Wedding Packages

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laser lights cosmetic laser centerRecent gossip reports have placed reality television star Kim Kardashian at a Hollywood laser hair removal center as she prepared for her recent wedding. While Kardashian may have been scurrying to her nearest laser treatment center because her wedding was televised, you can get the star wedding treatment without the price tag generally associated with celebrity beauty routines.

Laser hair removal is a common treatment option for both women and men preparing for their weddings. What is supposed to be one of the most exciting days of your life shouldn’t be overshadowed by self-consciousness about body hair, which is why Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center offers wedding packages.

Our wedding packages help eliminate the worry associated with embarrassing hair that could make you feel uncomfortable on your special day. By showing proof of your wedding, you can save up to $240 on one underarm hair removal package (five treatments), one microdermabrasion, a free cleanser, and a free toner. Continue reading →

All About Laser Wart Removal at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center

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laser lights cosmetic laser centerAs you may know, Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center has 12 different on-site medical-grade lasers. This diversity of equipment serves the varying needs of our clients including facial rejuvenation through CO2 Fractional Laser, laser hair removal on the face and body, vein elimination, and many others. However, lasers can also be used for the skin conditions that many people don’t like to talk about.

As children we all heard the rumor that handling frogs can give you warts! As silly as that myth is now, warts can still be an embarrassing skin condition especially if they are located in a highly visible area like the face or hands. Caused by different strains of the human papilloma virus (HPV),  skin warts are non-cancerous skin growths that can appear anywhere on the body.

One type, called common warts, manifests as a thick, rough-surfaced bubble of raised skin on the hands and feet, but can also appear on other parts of the body like the knees and elbows. Flat or plane warts are the second most common type of warts and are usually found on the face and arms, most often in children and teenagers. Filiform warts are less common but show up on the eyelids and neck. Continue reading →